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MSP430F5359IPZR

TIMSP430F5359IPZR

Texas Instruments
MSP430 CPUXV2 MSP430F5xx Microcontroller IC 16-Bit 20MHz 512KB (512K x 8) FLASH 100-LQFP (14x14)
NRND4,204 in stock

Overview

The MSP430F5359IPZR is a high-performance, ultra-low-power 16-bit microcontroller featuring 512KB of Flash and 66KB of RAM. It utilizes the MSP430 CPUXV2 RISC architecture and includes a 100-pin LQFP package with extensive I/O and analog capabilities, such as a 12-bit ADC and DAC. The device is designed for battery-powered applications requiring significant memory and sophisticated power management.

Why Choose This Part

This MCU offers a massive 512KB Flash memory for a 16-bit platform, allowing for complex firmware and data storage without the power penalty of a 32-bit core. Its flexible power management system and unified clock system enable fine-tuned control over energy consumption, while the 12-bit analog peripherals provide high-resolution interfacing without external components.

Applications

Battery-Powered Industrial Sensors
Uses low-power modes (down to 0.45uA shutdown) and 12-bit ADC for long-term monitoring in remote environments.
Handheld Medical Instrumentation
Leverages the integrated 12-bit DACs and 16-channel ADC for precise signal acquisition and generation in portable diagnostic tools.
Grid Infrastructure Monitoring
Utilizes the real-time clock (RTC) with battery backup and 32-bit hardware multiplier for energy measurement and data logging.
Building Automation Controllers
Manages complex sensor networks using 6-channel DMA and multiple serial interfaces including UART, SPI, and I2C.

Key Specifications

Speed 20MHz
RAM Size 66K x 8
Core Size 16-Bit
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, IrDA, SCI, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 74
Core Processor MSP430 CPUXV2
Package / Case 100-LQFP
Data Converters A/D 16x12b; D/A 2x12b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 512KB (512K x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 100-LQFP (14x14)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

Engineers can evaluate this part using the MSP-TS430PZ100AUSB target socket board or the MSP-FET Flash Emulation Tool for debugging. Software development is supported by TI Code Composer Studio (CCS) and IAR Embedded Workbench, which take advantage of the serial onboard programming capabilities.

Part of MSP430 family » MSP430F5359

MSP430F5359 Family

Also available as: MSP430F5359IPZ

Also Consider

MSP430F5529IPNR TITexas Instruments - Includes integrated USB support for applications requiring a direct PC interface while maintaining similar ultra-low power specs.
MSP430FR5994IPNR TITexas Instruments - Features FRAM technology for significantly faster, lower-power non-volatile writes and an integrated Low-Energy Accelerator (LEA).